My step-son caught this little guy running across the highway here in town, and brought him home to me. I love the little thing, but I know someone who loves them more, so he's going to be heading that way soon. He's pretty calm for being wild caught. Hasn't tried to bit, or play dead, but he will flatten his head out, and squirm a little. He's pretty calm after a minute in my hand though, and just hangs out there. He's already eaten a few frogs I caught too! I'll prolly try a pinky before he ships out.